This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding the filing deadlines for write-in candidates in Arizona elections. Under the current law, a write-in candidate must file their nomination paper no later than 5:00 p.m. on the 106th one hundred sixth day before the election. The bill would change this deadline to 5:00 p.m. on the 92nd day before the election. This adjustment aims to streamline the nomination process for write-in candidates, particularly in elections that may be canceled due to a lack of competing candidates. Additionally, the bill includes technical changes to the language of the statute, such as clarifying the designation of vice presidential running mates and the filing requirements for presidential electors. Specifically, it modifies the phrasing from vice-presidential to vice presidential and ensures that the nomination paper for each presidential elector is filed alongside the candidate's nomination paper. Overall, these updates are intended to enhance the clarity and efficiency of the nomination process for write-in candidates in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-312
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-312